The Annual MCPS Art Show Is Virtual This Year
In years past, MCPS has celebrated and showcased student artwork by hosting displays at Lakeforest Mall and most recently Westfield Montgomery. This year, the MCPS art show is entirely virtual. You’ll find art from elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, special programs, and even a page showcasing work created by art educators around the county.
Police Determine Bomb Threat Sent to Large Number of MCPS Staff and Students Not Credible
Per an MCPS letter to the community:
MoCo Wrestler Qualifies For Her 2nd Olympics
Rockville native Helen Maroulis qualified for her 2nd Olympics games this past Saturday night with a victory over Jenna Burkert in Fort Worth, Texas.
Autism Acceptance Month in Montgomery County
April is Autism Acceptance month and there are special events and programs happening all across the county, including virtual and outdoor activities.
County Releases Body Cam Footage of Incident Involving Police And a Five-Year-Old Boy From January, 2020
Earlier today the Montgomery County Police released bodycam footage of a Januray 2020 incident that involved Montgomery County Police officers and a 5-year-old student who fled his school after allegedly getting into a fight.
Limited Spectators Now Allowed at MoCo Sporting Events
The Montgomery County Council voted today to allow spectators back at sporting events beginning April 2nd at 5PM.
MCEA Negotiates Wage Increase for Teachers
The wage increase will include an adjustment of +2% as well as a step increase for those eligible. Montgomery County teacher salaries increase based on steps that are taken based on how many years of service a teacher has put in.
5th Annual Montgomery County Girl Power Contest
The annual Women’s History Month Girl Power Contest is now open for submissions. Entrants are asked to write a 500 word or less essay on what advice they would give Kamala Harris, the country’s first female Vice President.
Montgomery County Public Libraries Will Begin Auto Renewing This Monday
Beginning this Monday, Montgomery County residents won’t have to worry about returning or renewing their books and media to the library by the due date.
Montgomery County Council Approves Three Game High School Football Season
Today the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a new limited amendment to the health order that will allow the three game spring football season to move forward.
Montgomery County Council to Meet Friday to Reconsider Sports Plans
The Montgomery County Council will meet Friday at 1PM to vote on a new health order that would allow certain youth sports to resume. This includes football, which would be on a three game schedule, and cheerleading.